Ford Fusion: Parking brake
Applying the parking brake
WARNING:
Make sure that the parking brake isapplied before you release the lever.
Note: Do not press the release buttonwhen you apply the parking brake.
1. Press the brake pedal firmly.
2. Pull the parking brake lever upwardsto its fullest extent.
Parking on a hill
If you have to park facing uphill, select firstgear and turn the front wheels away fromthe kerb. If you have to park facingdownhill, select reverse gear and turn thefront wheels towards the kerb.
Releasing the parking brake
1. Press the brake pedal firmly.
2. Pull the parking brake lever upwardsslightly, press the release button andpush the lever downwards.
Hints on driving with ABS
When the ABS is operating, the brakepedal will pulse. This is normal. Maintainpressure on the brake pedal.
The ABS will not eliminate the dangersinherent when:
• you drive too close to the vehicle ...
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Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
On vehicles with an automatic
dimming inside rearview mirror the
automatic dimming reduces the
glare from the headlamps of the
vehicle behind you.
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Driving on Snow or Ice
Drive carefully when there is snow
or ice between the tires and the
road, creating less traction or grip.
Wet ice can occur at about 0°C
(32°F) when freezing rain begins to
fall, resulting ...
Oil viscosity
The engine oil viscosity or thickness changes
with temperature. Because of this, it is important
to select the engine oil viscosity based on the
temperatures at which the vehicle will be operated
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